Oscars noms announced

Way early this morning -- 8:30 am to be precise -- this year's Oscar nominations were announced. While I promise more reaction in the future, I must offer my surprise at a couple of things now: (1) the Academy finally recognizing comedy, with Johnny Depp and Diane Keaton both getting nominations, and (2) the independents and foreigns getting some strong representation, from the likes of In America, Lost In Translation, Whale Rider, and City of God, among others. As I said, I will post more in the future on this -- especially after I actually see some of these films (or movies!).